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18 grounding exercises and techniques for anxiety relief
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 8/19/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 8/19/26

18 grounding exercises and techniques for anxiety relief

When you're experiencing anxiety, grounding techniques can help. We share a mix of mental and physical grounding techniques to help ease anxiety in the moment.

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How to overcome the fear of change (metathesiophobia)
Personal Growth, Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 8/18/26 Personal Growth, Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 8/18/26

How to overcome the fear of change (metathesiophobia)

Fear of change is called metathesiophobia, and it's a common experience. Learn the signs, causes, and how to overcome anxiety of the unknown with our 8 tips.

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How to deal with emotional stress: 8 coping strategies
Stress & Anxiety, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 8/18/26 Stress & Anxiety, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 8/18/26

How to deal with emotional stress: 8 coping strategies

Feeling overwhelmed by emotional stress? Learn the signs and causes of emotional stress, and how to manage it with 8 safe, practical strategies that actually help.

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8 most common stressful life events (and how to bounce back)
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 8/17/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 8/17/26

8 most common stressful life events (and how to bounce back)

Explore 8 of the most common stressful life events, from grief to job loss, plus 5 simple, practical ways to bounce back and support your well-being.

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Meditation techniques for anxiety: 12 tips that help
Stress & Anxiety, Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 8/17/26 Stress & Anxiety, Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 8/17/26

Meditation techniques for anxiety: 12 tips that help

The effects of anxiety can feel overwhelming, but support is at hand. Explore the best meditations for anxiety and our top tips to help you meditate through it.

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What is ASMR, and what causes those brain tingles?
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 8/16/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 8/16/26

What is ASMR, and what causes those brain tingles?

ASMR does more than just give you goosebumps or brain tingles. We explore the science behind ASMR as well as the relaxation and mindfulness benefits it offers.

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How to regulate your nervous system and feel calmer
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 7/28/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 7/28/26

How to regulate your nervous system and feel calmer

Learn about the importance of your nervous system, what it is, and how regulating your nervous system helps you manage stress.

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Feeling anxious for no reason? Why it happens and what to do
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 7/27/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 7/27/26

Feeling anxious for no reason? Why it happens and what to do

Uncover the mystery of unexplained anxiety. Learn how to identify your triggers and equip yourself with practical strategies to manage anxiety effectively.

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How to deal with school stress: 7 mindful tips and exercises
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 7/6/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 7/6/26

How to deal with school stress: 7 mindful tips and exercises

Grades, loaded schedules, social drama — school can be pressure-packed for students. Here are 7 tips to help you manage school stress and anxiety.

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How to use the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding method for anxiety
Stress & Anxiety, Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 7/6/26 Stress & Anxiety, Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 7/6/26

How to use the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding method for anxiety

Anxiety derailing your day? Get to know the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique — a simple exercise for calming the mind that can alleviate anxiety in minutes.

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How to help someone having a panic attack (and what to avoid)
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 6/26/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 6/26/26

How to help someone having a panic attack (and what to avoid)

Not sure how to help someone having a panic attack? Discover 8 calming tips that will empower you to support your loved ones through these challenging moments. 

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High cortisol in women: signs and how to feel better
Stress & Anxiety, Women's Health Calm Editorial Team 6/16/26 Stress & Anxiety, Women's Health Calm Editorial Team 6/16/26

High cortisol in women: signs and how to feel better

From restless sleep to mood swings, here’s what high cortisol can look like in women. Plus, 9 tips to help you lower cortisol naturally.

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528 Hz frequency: benefits, music, and what it does
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 6/16/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 6/16/26

528 Hz frequency: benefits, music, and what it does

You may have read that listening to 528 Hz can reduce stress, but is it actually true? Discover what the frequency is, what the science says, and 7 tips try it on your own.

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How long should you wait between dates? 7 tips to help you decide
Stress & Anxiety, Women's Health Calm Editorial Team 6/12/26 Stress & Anxiety, Women's Health Calm Editorial Team 6/12/26

How long should you wait between dates? 7 tips to help you decide

When you’re newly dating, it can be hard to know how long you should wait between dates. These 7 tips can help you find a pace that feels right for you.

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How to stop overthinking everything: 15 tips to calm your mind
Stress & Anxiety, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 6/8/26 Stress & Anxiety, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 6/8/26

How to stop overthinking everything: 15 tips to calm your mind

Master how to stop overthinking in work, relationships, and beyond. Understand the overthinker's mindset and learn 15 techniques to curb anxiety-driven rumination.

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6 calming sounds for anxiety that can help you rest and relax
Stress & Anxiety, Sleep Calm Editorial Team 6/8/26 Stress & Anxiety, Sleep Calm Editorial Team 6/8/26

6 calming sounds for anxiety that can help you rest and relax

Too stressed to function? Some calming noise might be just what you need. Sit back, relax, and turn on one of these 6 sounds shown to help your anxiety fade away.

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Crying in your sleep: what it means, why it happens, and how to cope
Sleep, Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 6/2/26 Sleep, Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 6/2/26

Crying in your sleep: what it means, why it happens, and how to cope

Crying in your sleep isn't abnormal. Learn what it means and why you might wake up crying at night. Plus, how to stop crying in your sleep using our 5 tips.

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How to reset your vagus nerve: 10 exercises to ease anxiety
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 5/15/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 5/15/26

How to reset your vagus nerve: 10 exercises to ease anxiety

When you're feeling overwhelmed, it can help to bring attention to your nervous system. Learn about the vagus nerve and 10 ways to "reset" it and potentially ease anxiety.

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Do stress balls really work? Plus, how to use them for anxiety
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 5/1/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 5/1/26

Do stress balls really work? Plus, how to use them for anxiety

Squeezing a stress ball can help take the edge off anxiety and stress. Explore how they work, their benefits, and how to choose the right type for you.

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How to use mindfulness meditation to ease anxiety disorders
Meditation & Mindfulness, Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 5/1/26 Meditation & Mindfulness, Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 5/1/26

How to use mindfulness meditation to ease anxiety disorders

Struggling with anxiety? Learn how mindfulness meditation can support people with anxiety disorders and explore 10 science-backed ways to try it for yourself.

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